Monday, June 22, 2009

Lisbon Cathedral

Lisbon Cathedral dates back to the 12th century (romanic style) and was built by order of Afonso Henriques, first king of Portugal, after having conquered the town to the Moors in 1147.The gothic and barroque styles result of enlargements made in the 14th and 17th centuries. It is one of the buildings that survived the big earthquake that destroyed the city in 1755.

belle cathédrale, j'aime bien la vue depuis la rue, une sensation d'infini avant de pouvoir l'approchernice cathedral, I like view well since the street, a feeling of infinity before being able to approach it

There's just something about these ancient cathedrals that enthrall me and it hasn't anything to do with religious feeling...the structures are amazing and the fact they've last all these years is hard to believe....

I've said before, in Florida, when something gets 20 years old, we tear it down and put up something new and paint it pink or peach!

I love cathedrals both outside and inside. Outside I love their presence and the welcome of the bells. Inside their huge quiet space lit by stained glass is peaceful and made glorious when filled the sound of the pipe organ and choir.